Diamond, Platinum & Golden Birthdays: What Are They?

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You're mindlessly scrolling through TikTok when you come across the phrase “diamond birthday.” Huh? What does that even mean? Is someone expecting to get a diamond as a birthday present or…? Believe it or not, there are 3 types of extraordinary birthdays: diamond, platinum, and golden. So, what is a diamond birthday exactly, and what do the other 2 mean? Keep reading to find out!

Things You Should Know

  • Diamond birthdays are birthdays where the last digits of someone's birth year match their age. If you were born in 1993, your diamond birthday is your 93rd.
  • Platinum birthdays are when people turn the age of their birth date if it were flipped. If you were born on May 12, your platinum birthday is your 21st.
  • Golden birthdays happen when people turn the same age as their birth date. If you were born on November 16, your golden birthday is your 16th.
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What is a diamond birthday?

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  1. So, let’s say you were born in 1989. Your diamond birthday would be on the day you turn 89. People often use #diamondbirthday or #diamond #birthday to share what they’re doing for their diamond birthday on TikTok and Instagram.
    • Celebrate your diamond birthday with a diamond-themed party! Decorate the space with shiny silver streamers and balloons . Heck! You can even go full out by wearing a silver bedazzled suit or dress or accessorizing with a diamond tiara.
    • If you’re a Millennial, you may be frustrated by this trend, and rightfully so. You have to wait until you’re in your 80s or 90s to have your diamond birthday, whereas Gen Z kids get theirs almost immediately.
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What is a platinum birthday?

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  1. For instance, if you were born on the 23rd of April, your platinum birthday would be your 32nd birthday. [1] TikTok users often share recollections or memories of their platinum birthday with #platinumbirthday or #platinum ]#birthday.
    • The “Platinum Birthday” trend on TikTok took the world by storm on January 21, 2021, surpassing 790K views today. The trend asks users to share their platinum birthday with their followers, regardless of if it’s passed or not.
    • Celebrate your platinum birthday by planning a party . Opt for a metallic or bejeweled party—whatever screams “platinum” to you! You can even have your guests dress in their finest attire to match the swanky mood of your platinum day.
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What is a golden birthday?

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  1. Let’s say you were born on the 13th of December. Your golden birthday would be your 13th birthday because you’re turning 13 on the 13th. [2] Users post videos and photos with #goldenbirthday or #golden #birthday to share what they’re doing on their golden birthday.
    • Some believe this is the luckiest birthday and year you have, so take risks, chase your dreams, and go for the gold! [3]
    • Go all out for your golden birthday with a golden-themed party! Decorate the party space with all things gold , and ask your guests to wear gold outfits .
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How to Follow the Trend

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  1. How you participate in this viral TikTok trend is totally up to you! Keep it simple by filming a “get ready with me” video explaining what birthday you’re on, be educational by telling others the meaning of each birthday, or romanticize your life by showing off your themed birthday party.
    • Just make sure to put #diamondbirthday, #platinumbirthday, or #goldenbirthday in your post’s description so it can start trending.
    • Find trending TikTok audio by typing “viral sounds” in the search bar.
  2. Who says you can’t join the trend if your diamond, platinum, or golden birthday already happened? Hop on the trend by creating a video collage of pictures or videos from you at your birthday party, opening gifts, or reflecting on the year.
  3. So, you’re dying to join the fun but your diamond or platinum birthday won’t happen until you’re a bajillion years old. Why wait? Find a TikTok filter or effect that turns you into an older version of yourself and imagine what it’d be like to celebrate your special day at 30, 50, or even 100!
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    When is my platinum birthday if I was born on the 1st?
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    Since 1 is also written as 01, your platinum birthday would be when you turn 10.
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    What if I can't flip my birthday date (same two digits, it's the 22nd)? Do I not get a platinum birthday?
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    Everyone has a platinum birthday! Since your birthday is the same flipped, your platinum birthday would be your 22nd birthday.
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    What if my birthday is on the 6th? When is my platinum birthday?
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    Sometimes single digits can be written with a 0 at the front. In your case, your birthday is 06, so your platinum birthday would be when you turn 60.
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      1. ↑ https://parade.com/living/platinum-birthday
      2. ↑ https://www.intheknow.com/post/gen-z-discusses-platinum-birthday-meaning/
      3. ↑ https://www.darlingcelebrations.com/what-is-a-golden-birthday-golden-birthday-ideas/

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